Where is it most profitable to sell a smartphone: top trade-in stores in Almaty

Updating your smartphone in Almaty has become easier — the trade-in program allows you to exchange your old gadget for a new one quickly, officially, and with savings. In this review, we’ve gathered the best places where you can do this.

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Breezy
One of the most well-known players in the gadget exchange market. Breezy offers a trade-in program with savings of up to 99%. You can exchange your device for a new one with a small additional payment or receive a significant discount on the purchase of a smartphone and accessories. The website features a preliminary evaluation calculator and an online application form, so the process takes just a few minutes.

Beeline
The network is also actively developing its exchange service. In Almaty, there are more than 12 offices offering trade-in. Beeline accepts old smartphones and issues a certificate or discount on the purchase of new models. The process takes about 10–15 minutes: the device is evaluated right in the store, after which you can complete the purchase with savings.

Kcell
Kcell offers trade-in through its official website and physical salons. The program works in conjunction with the "Contract Phone" service: when handing over an old gadget, you can receive a discount on a new one. Evaluation can be done online or in a salon, and the entire process is maximally transparent and officially documented.

Sulpak
At Sulpak, you can exchange an old smartphone for a new Apple or Samsung device with additional savings — the promotion is available at any location and is described in detail on the official website.

ALSER
ALSER launched the "trade-in for any smartphone!" campaign from August 1 to September 30, 2025 — this is a temporary promotion valid in all stores of the network.

Aktiv Market
At Aktiv Market, you can hand over your smartphone in just 15 minutes and immediately receive either a discount or cash. This is convenient for those who want to quickly get rid of an old gadget. The store focuses on speed and simplicity of service.

Where: 91 Gogol Street, 25 Pushkin Street.

Texno finance
A chain of pawnshops that has long established itself in Almaty. Here, you can not only purchase equipment at favorable prices but also sell your devices through the trade-in program. The store accepts a wide range of goods: from smartphones and gadgets to fur and even gold.

Where: 78B Baitursynov Street

Shark store
A modern electronics store that pays special attention to service quality and customer trust. Here, you can exchange an old phone through the trade-in system and purchase a new device with savings. Customers note the friendly staff and high level of service, making the purchase or exchange process as comfortable as possible.

Where: 42 Klementa Timiryazev Street, Building 3

Smart Pro 2
A convenient location in the heart of Almaty for those who want to upgrade their smartphone at a good price. New devices are always available at wholesale prices, and buyback and trade-in services are also offered.

Where: TSUM Shopping Center, Sector 7, Showcase 11